Review of Journey to the Centre of the Earth (1977) by Tom H — 11 Mar 2008

This film was awesome and way ahead of its time. and it certainly is the best sci-fi/adventure film i`ve seen from the 50`s.

This review of Journey to the Centre of the Earth (1977) was written by Tom H on 11 Mar 2008.

Journey to the Centre of the Earth has generally received mixed reviews.

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